Apple and Cheddar Cheese Flan Recipe

Name: Apple and Cheddar Cheese Flan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup whole almonds (unblanched) 125 mL; 20 arrowroot or vanilla cookies; 1/3 cup butter (75 mL); 2 tbsp organic cane sugar (25 mL); 6 apples, divided; 1 cup sour cream (250 mL); 1/4 cup creamed cottage cheese (50 mL); 1 large egg, beaten; 2 cups finely shredded Cheddar cheese (500 mL); 1/2 cup organic cane sugar (125 mL); 1 tbsp chopped fresh sweet cicely or mint (15 mL); 9-inch (23 cm) flan or pie pan

Servings: persons

1/2 cup whole almonds (unblanched) 125 mL
20 arrowroot or vanilla cookies
1/3 cup butter (75 mL)
2 tbsp organic cane sugar (25 mL)
6 apples, divided
1 cup sour cream (250 mL)
1/4 cup creamed cottage cheese (50 mL)
1 large egg, beaten
2 cups finely shredded Cheddar cheese (500 mL)
1/2 cup organic cane sugar (125 mL)
1 tbsp chopped fresh sweet cicely or mint (15 mL)
9-inch (23 cm) flan or pie pan

1
Preheat oven to 400F (200C)
2
Almond Pie Crust: In a food processor or blender, combine almonds and cookies.
3
Process for 20 seconds or until medium-fine.
4
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
5
Remove from heat, stir in almond mixture and sugar.
6
Press crumb crust into pan.
7
Chill until ready to fill.
8
Filling: Peel, core and slice 5 of the apples.
9
In a large bowl, mix sour cream and cottage cheese together.
10
Beat in egg.
11
Add sliced apples, cheddar cheese, sugar, and sweet cicely and stir well.
12
Spoon cheese mixture over Almond Pie Crust, spreading to level the top.
13
Core and thinly slice remaining apple, leaving the peel on.
14
Arrange over top of filling.
15
Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour or until crust is lightly brown and apples are tender.
16
Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
17
Variation:
18
For a savory twist, add 1 tbsp (15 mL) finely chopped onion in Step

2290

kcal

Calories

Fat

127

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup whole almonds (unblanched) 125 mL, 20 arrowroot or vanilla cookies, 1/3 cup butter (75 mL), 2 tbsp organic cane sugar (25 mL), and more.

Yes, Apple and Cheddar Cheese Flan falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Apple and Cheddar Cheese Flan

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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